Valentine’s Day is one of the most romantic days of the year. Yet, there is so much pressure to buy the perfect gift, pick the right flowers, and add the perfect blend of surprise and sweetness. Here are some ways to set the mood for your evening with your special someone, minus the stress.
- Romantic Dinner
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I don’t know about you, but the way to my heart is through my stomach. I love a good wine and dine, but sometimes white table cloths and six different pieces of silverware are not where it’s happening. Sometimes a girl just wants you to spend time with her and give her attention. Might I recommend a picnic with a blanket, wine, and a cracker and cheese platter by the lake? That way you and your partner can have some one-on-one time with each other (away from the hustle and bustle of V-Day dinner reservations). Don’t forget to put your phone aside and simply be in the moment.
- A Night In
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No one said you have to go out on Valentine’s Day. Sometimes it’s the little intimate things that you do for your partner that go the extra mile Light some candles, pop a bottle of wine, run a bath salt bubble bath , and let your partner relax while you start working on dinner for the two of you. After her bath and dinner, you can watch a romantic movie together. It would be cliché to recommend The Notebook, so I’m not going to. I recommend Love & Basketball or Isn’t This Romantic. Sometimes it’s not what you spend, it’s how you spend your time.
- Art and Drinks
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As you can probably sense, I have a running theme here: wine. This option is no different. Drinks and art are a fun way for you to be creative with each other and enjoy some alcohol. It is an intimate yet lighthearted way for you and your partner to bond. Even if one of you is terrible at art, it can still be fun. After the second glass of wine, your painting might start to look like the Mona Lisa even when it’s not meant to, but I promise your partner will still be smiling by your side.
As someone who loves love and Valentine’s Day, these are some of the best tips to set the mood. However, I have one more tip for you: make them a playlist! If anything sets the mood, it will definitely be this list of songs. Enjoy!
A Playlist to Set the Mood
“Boo’d Up,” by Ella Mai
“Vulnerable,” by Tinashe ft. Travis Scott
“When I See You,” by Fantasia
“Motivation,” by Kelly Rowland ft. Lil Wayne
“Permission,” by Ro James
“Morning,” by Teyana Taylor ft. Kehlani
“Ride,” by SoMo
“Control,” by Princeton Perez
“The Way,” by Kehlani ft. Chance the Rapper
“ Caught Up,” by Jacob Latimore ft. Serayah